Desktop Support Engineer (Dispatch /Part-Time) – Amherst, New York, USA

Axiom Technologies; Town of Amherst (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Axiom Technologies in Amherst, NY is seeking a capable Desktop Support Engineer for on-site, contract-based work. The role provides on-demand IT support to end users within the client environment with no guaranteed hours and immediate start.

Work will occur on-site at client locations, and assignments will be dispatched by the Service Delivery Team. Responsibilities include diagnosing and resolving issues with Windows desktops, laptops, and peripherals; configuring hardware and software; and

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Windows operating systems and desktop environments.
• Experience with hardware troubleshooting and replacement.
• Basic networking knowledge (LAN, switches, routers).
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently in on-site support environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site desktop and IT support for end users at the client location.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Windows desktops, laptops, and peripherals.
• Install, configure, and maintain hardware, operating systems, and enterprise software applications.
• Support network connectivity issues, including LAN troubleshooting.
• Assist with device setup, replacement, and hardware installations.
• Perform basic network troubleshooting using console access when required.
• Document service activities and communicate updates to the service delivery team.
• Follow client IT policies and security procedures while performing onsite tasks.

Skills

Windows OS

Hardware Troubleshooting

Networking

Printer Issues

Customer Communication

Independent Worker

Tools

Windows Laptop

LAN Cable

Console Cable

Screwdriver Toolkit

Basic IT troubleshooting tools

Job description

Axiom Technologies is a Global IT Services partner supporting medium- to large-scale enterprises. Please visit our website for more information about what we do at www.axiomtechnologies.com

We are looking for a capable resource to coordinate, ranging from simple activities to more complex plans. This role will provide on-site assistance to end-users within the organisation’s desktop computing environment in a timely and accurate fashion to ensure optimal service delivery.
Location: Amherst, New York, USA
Contract Type: Independent Contractor / (Dispatch /Part-Time)
Start Date: Immediate
Eligibility: U.S. Citizens and Green Card Holders Preferred

Role Overview

We are looking for a reliable and technically skilled Desktop Support Engineer to provide on-demand, on-site IT support for enterprise clients. This role involves responding to service requests when required and providing hands-on technical assistance for desktop systems, laptops, network connectivity, and peripheral devices at the client location.
This is a contract-based, on-demand position, meaning work assignments will be provided as and when support is required. Availability and responsiveness are essential for this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide on-site desktop and IT support for end users at the client location.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Windows desktops, laptops, and peripherals.
• Install, configure, and maintain hardware, operating systems, and enterprise software applications.
• Support network connectivity issues, including LAN troubleshooting.
• Assist with device setup, replacement, and hardware installations.
• Perform basic network troubleshooting using console access when required.
• Document service activities and communicate updates to the service delivery team.
• Follow client IT policies and security procedures while performing onsite tasks.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of Windows operating systems and desktop environments
• Experience in hardware troubleshooting and replacement
• Basic understanding of networking (LAN connectivity, switches, routers)
• Ability to diagnose and resolve desktop, printer, and peripheral issues
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently in onsite support environments

Tools Required to Carry

• Windows Laptop
• LAN Cable
• Console Cable
• Screwdriver Toolkit
• Basic IT troubleshooting tools

Work Model

• On-demand / field support role
• Work assignments will be shared by the Service Delivery Team
• Engineers will be contacted via phone or email when support is required
• Engineers will receive site location, SPOC details, and reporting time before each assignment
• No guaranteed number of working hours

Job Category

Technical